Salford Red Devils Defeat Leigh Leopards in Super League Rivals Weekend

In a thrilling Super League match on Rivals Weekend, Salford Red Devils secured a crucial victory over Leigh Leopards, with a final score of 30-18. The standout performance of the game came from Leigh Leopards winger Umyla Hanley, who scored a remarkable hat-trick for the second consecutive game.

Salford took control of the game early on and never looked back, scoring five tries in total. Ryan Brierley and Ethan Ryan both scored two tries each, while Marc Sneyd added another try and kicked six goals. On the other side, Umyla Hanley managed to score three tries for Leigh, with Lachlan Lam adding one more.

Despite Hanley’s impressive performance, it was not enough to secure a win for the struggling Leigh Leopards. Salford’s dominant display kept them in the lead throughout the game, with strong attacking plays that Leigh struggled to contain.

The victory sees Salford Red Devils maintain their seventh position in the Super League standings, level on points with the teams above them. Meanwhile, Leigh Leopards find themselves in ninth place after suffering their fourth league loss.

The game was not without its controversies, with a sin-binning for Lam and a controversial try from Ryan adding to the drama. However, Hanley’s exceptional hat-trick performance was a bright spot for Leigh, showcasing his talent and potential in the league.

With key players missing due to injury, Leigh Leopards face a tough road ahead in the 2024 season. Meanwhile, Salford Red Devils will look to build on this victory and continue their push up the standings in the Super League.